Realising circular economy and sustainable supply chains in practice
Circular Economy practices (waste prevention, reuse, re-manufacture and upcycling) are key to tackling climate change and resource scarcity as they can radically reduce energy and resource inputs for all types of business activities.
Researchers from Management and Accounting are working closely with industry and government stakeholders to support the operationalisation of circular economy practices in small and medium manufacturing enterprises.
They are also developing projects that can help shift consumer and retailer practices to minimise food waste.
Researchers from Management are also collaborating with IT and other disciplines to support companies to better track and account for greenhouse gas emissions in their value chain.
Companies face increasing regulatory and market pressure to green their supply chains and address scope-three emissions.
Applied, interdisciplinary research can contribute useful tools and approaches to support companies in this challenging area.